Peer Support Specialist - Permanent Supported Housing

ShelterCare•Eugene, OR

5h•$21 - $22

About The Position

CHECK OUT SHELTERCARE! Our Permanent Supported Housing (PSH) Program is looking for a passionate Peer Support Specialist : 12 paid holidays a year Generous paid time off Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Pet friendly environment Paid volunteer hours Wellness stipend PSLF - Public Service Loan Forgiveness ShelterCare is a non-profit that believes in " housing first ", we meet people where they are. The PSH program helps unhoused individuals experiencing mental health disabilites find and maintain housing while gaining their independece. The Peer Support Specialist will be assisting program participants in identifying their personal interests, goals, strengths/weaknesses, skills, resources and supports they will need to maintain housing and increase their independence. This position will also provide a model for both participant and other staff by demonstrating that recovery is possible; maintaing service logs, reports, records and notes according to agency guidelines. See attached position description for full job duties. The Peer Support Specialist is a full-time non-exempt position that will report to the PSH Program Manager. The starting hourly wage for this position is $21.05 - $21.50 per hour ; depending on a number of factors. ABOUT SHELTERCARE ShelterCare is a social services agency that is directed by a board of community volunteers . We have multiple programs in the Eugene/Springfield area. We offer a range of housing solutions combined with wraparound services for families and community members who are experiencing homelessness, on the verge of becoming homeless and have a serious mental illness. Because of the variety of services we offer, we are able to help many people in our community. In addition to making a difference for the vulnerable populations we serve, we offer a fun, positive company culture and opportunities for professional development. To ensure legal and ethical compliance and protect client confidentiality, ShelterCare screens all applicants to avoid dual relationships between staff and former behavioral health clients. Please note that former behavioral health clients are not eligible for employment but may be considered for limited volunteer opportunities in select departments. Ready to apply? Click the apply now button and submit your resume and references. The whole process takes less than 5 minutes! We encourage members of marginalized communities to apply for this role. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the desired attributes listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a non-traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our attributes listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application. ShelterCare is a participant in the E-Verify Program

Requirements

Experience with working with people who have been homeless and/or have mental health needs is preferred
Must be registered as a Peer Support Specialist with the Oregon Health Authority's Traditional Health Worker Registry or able to do so within the first 6 months of employment
Effective communication
Negotiation and collaboration
Scheduling and time management
Leadership
Risk management
Critical thinking and problem solving
Use of technology for email, spreadsheets, documents
Be able to handle confidential material
Organize and prioritize work

Responsibilities

assisting program participants in identifying their personal interests, goals, strengths/weaknesses, skills, resources and supports they will need to maintain housing and increase their independence
provide a model for both participant and other staff by demonstrating that recovery is possible
maintaing service logs, reports, records and notes according to agency guidelines